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GI Weekly: Code Vein II Preview, Death Howl Review, Lies Of P Interview, and More
Friday has arrived—a testament to your perseverance through another standard work week. Here at Game Informer, we have maintained a relentless pace, delivering a constant stream of hands-on previews, critical reviews, and exclusive industry dialogues. Behind the scenes, we are meticulously polishing our upcoming magazine issue. While the cover remains [REDACTED] for now, it is...
Vote for Your Favorite New Music Release of the Week!
Bruno Mars delivers a vibrant performance at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards in Las Vegas. (Photo: Christopher Polk/PMC) While 2026 is barely ten days old, the music industry’s heavyweights are already surging into the spotlight, delivering a wave of high-profile releases to kick off the new year. Bruno Mars has finally broken his decade-long solo...
The Rich Symbolism of Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3’s Stunning Opening
Image: MAPPA Jujutsu Kaisen has long been celebrated for its masterful opening sequences. From the foreshadowing found in Eve’s “Kaikai Kitan” during the debut season to the haunting, chaotic energy of King Gnu’s “Specialz” in the Shibuya Incident, the series knows how to set a mood. However, the third season—which launched on January 8 with...
Rockstar and Take-Two vs. Union: Preliminary Court Hearing and Confirmation of GTA 6 Leaks
Препятствует ли издатель работе профсоюза? Первая волна протестов и официальная позиция Rockstar. Эскалация конфликта: открытые письма и внимание парламента. Причины резонансных увольнений разработчиков. Провокации со стороны «рок-звёзд». Вмешательство премьер-министра и взаимные претензии R* и IWGB. В понедельник, 5 января, в ходе предварительных слушаний представители профсоюза Independent Workers of Great Britain (IWGB) обратились к суду с...
Rockstar and Take-Two vs. Union: Preliminary Court Hearing and GTA 6 Leak Confirmation
Препятствует ли компания деятельности профсоюза? Первая волна протестов и официальная позиция Rockstar. Эскалация конфликта: открытые письма и вмешательство парламента. Причины расторжения контрактов с разработчиками. Провокации со стороны «рок-звёзд». Премьер-министр и взаимные претензии между R* и IWGB. В понедельник, 5 января, в ходе предварительных слушаний юристы Независимого профсоюза Великобритании (IWGB) обратились к суду с ходатайством о...
Greenland 2: Building a Star Wars-Style Generational Saga
Image: Greenland: Migration / Lionsgate Devotees of Gerard Butler—the internet’s favorite weathered action icon—have cause for celebration. The long-awaited sequel to the 2020 cataclysmic hit has finally made its theatrical debut. Greenland: Migration picks up the pieces five years after the original, finally resolving the cliffhanger that left audiences wondering: what happens to humanity once...
Best Video Games to Play This Weekend – January 9
The festive chaos has finally subsided, leaving us in that rare, tranquil window where the release calendar is light and our personal backlogs finally get the attention they deserve. With the industry still waking up from its winter slumber, the team is diving into everything from modern expansions to GameCube classics. Here is what we’re...
‘Frieren’ Tops Billboard Japan Book Hot 100 for Third Consecutive Week
‘Soso no Frieren (Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End)’ by Kanehito Yamada and Tsukasa Abe | Courtesy Photo The 15th volume of Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End (Soso no Frieren), authored by Kanehito Yamada and illustrated by Tsukasa Abe, maintains its stronghold at the summit of Billboard Japan’s Book Hot 100 for the week of January 8. The...
‘Frieren’ Retains No. 1 Spot on Billboard Japan Book Hot 100 for Second Week
‘Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End’ Vol. 15 Continues Reign Atop Billboard Japan Book Hot 100 ‘Soso no Frieren (Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End)’ by Kanehito Yamada and Tsukasa Abe. Courtesy Photo. The 15th volume of the acclaimed manga Soso no Frieren (Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End), written by Kanehito Yamada and illustrated by Tsukasa Abe, has successfully defended...
Fallout Creators Planned to Buy Back the Franchise, But Bethesda Stepped In With a Bigger Offer
The franchise’s original creators were ultimately unable to secure the intellectual property rights. While modern gamers instinctively associate Fallout with Bethesda, the post-apocalyptic series was originally the brainchild of Interplay. In a detailed retrospective with Game Informer, Interplay founder Brian Fargo revisited the circumstances that led to the franchise changing hands. By the mid-2000s, Interplay...
Larian Responds to Complaints About Lack of Wyll Content in Baldur’s Gate 3
The character underwent significant revisions, and several original concepts for his journey never made it into the final game. Many Baldur’s Gate 3 players have observed that Wyll seems to possess a less substantial amount of content compared to his fellow companions. A senior writer at Larian Studios recently offered insights into why this disparity...
Payday 2 Surpasses Call of Duty: Analysts Name Steam’s Most Popular Games
Valve’s titles aren’t the only ones commanding a massive global audience. Industry analysts from GameDiscoverCo have released an updated ranking of the most widely-held games, featuring data updated through October 2025. Their research highlights the staggering reach of Counter-Strike 2, which is currently found in the libraries of nearly 319 million users. Claiming the second...
Swen Vincke on Lizard Romances in Divinity: Larian Teases New Gameplay, Non-linearity, and Content
Developers are intentionally pushing their game to its limits to anticipate the unpredictable creative chaos of their players. The visionaries behind the next Divinity installment recently sat down to address a series of community inquiries. One fan, Skylam, asked if there was a particular moment or feature the team was especially eager for the public...
First Devlog of the Year
Greetings everyone, The inZOI team has officially returned from the winter break, fully recharged and eager to dive back into production. Currently, we are concentrating our efforts on reinforcing the game’s core infrastructure through our “Fundamentals First” initiative, while simultaneously engineering several innovative new features behind the scenes. We are pleased to share our latest...
Jimin Reimagines Elegance in High-Fashion Shoot Ahead of New BTS Album
Jimin photographed during the landmark reopening of the Tiffany & Co. flagship store in New York City. Nina Westervelt/Variety Jimin is ushering in the new year with a high-fashion flourish as the face of Vogue Korea’s inaugural 2026 issue. The BTS sensation captivates in a series of striking covers, setting a sophisticated tone for the...
Billie Eilish Labels ICE a ‘Terrorist Group’ Following Minneapolis Shooting
Billie Eilish attends the “Avatar: Fire and Ash” world premiere at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. (Photo: Michael Buckner/Variety) Pop icon Billie Eilish is leveraging her massive global influence to spotlight mounting protests against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The agency is facing unprecedented scrutiny following the tragic death of a Minnesota woman...
GI Weekly: Code Vein II Preview, Death Howl Review, Lies Of P Interview, and More
Friday has arrived—a testament to your perseverance through another standard work week. Here at Game Informer, we have maintained a relentless pace, delivering a constant stream of hands-on previews, critical reviews, and exclusive industry dialogues. Behind the scenes, we are meticulously polishing our upcoming magazine issue. While the cover remains [REDACTED] for now, it is...
Vote for Your Favorite New Music Release of the Week!
Bruno Mars delivers a vibrant performance at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards in Las Vegas. (Photo: Christopher Polk/PMC) While 2026 is barely ten days old, the music industry’s heavyweights are already surging into the spotlight, delivering a wave of high-profile releases to kick off the new year. Bruno Mars has finally broken his decade-long solo...
The Rich Symbolism of Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3’s Stunning Opening
Image: MAPPA Jujutsu Kaisen has long been celebrated for its masterful opening sequences. From the foreshadowing found in Eve’s “Kaikai Kitan” during the debut season to the haunting, chaotic energy of King Gnu’s “Specialz” in the Shibuya Incident, the series knows how to set a mood. However, the third season—which launched on January 8 with...
Rockstar and Take-Two vs. Union: Preliminary Court Hearing and Confirmation of GTA 6 Leaks
Препятствует ли издатель работе профсоюза? Первая волна протестов и официальная позиция Rockstar. Эскалация конфликта: открытые письма и внимание парламента. Причины резонансных увольнений разработчиков. Провокации со стороны «рок-звёзд». Вмешательство премьер-министра и взаимные претензии R* и IWGB. В понедельник, 5 января, в ходе предварительных слушаний представители профсоюза Independent Workers of Great Britain (IWGB) обратились к суду с...
Rockstar and Take-Two vs. Union: Preliminary Court Hearing and GTA 6 Leak Confirmation
Препятствует ли компания деятельности профсоюза? Первая волна протестов и официальная позиция Rockstar. Эскалация конфликта: открытые письма и вмешательство парламента. Причины расторжения контрактов с разработчиками. Провокации со стороны «рок-звёзд». Премьер-министр и взаимные претензии между R* и IWGB. В понедельник, 5 января, в ходе предварительных слушаний юристы Независимого профсоюза Великобритании (IWGB) обратились к суду с ходатайством о...
Greenland 2: Building a Star Wars-Style Generational Saga
Image: Greenland: Migration / Lionsgate Devotees of Gerard Butler—the internet’s favorite weathered action icon—have cause for celebration. The long-awaited sequel to the 2020 cataclysmic hit has finally made its theatrical debut. Greenland: Migration picks up the pieces five years after the original, finally resolving the cliffhanger that left audiences wondering: what happens to humanity once...
Best Video Games to Play This Weekend – January 9
The festive chaos has finally subsided, leaving us in that rare, tranquil window where the release calendar is light and our personal backlogs finally get the attention they deserve. With the industry still waking up from its winter slumber, the team is diving into everything from modern expansions to GameCube classics. Here is what we’re...
‘Frieren’ Tops Billboard Japan Book Hot 100 for Third Consecutive Week
‘Soso no Frieren (Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End)’ by Kanehito Yamada and Tsukasa Abe | Courtesy Photo The 15th volume of Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End (Soso no Frieren), authored by Kanehito Yamada and illustrated by Tsukasa Abe, maintains its stronghold at the summit of Billboard Japan’s Book Hot 100 for the week of January 8. The...
‘Frieren’ Retains No. 1 Spot on Billboard Japan Book Hot 100 for Second Week
‘Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End’ Vol. 15 Continues Reign Atop Billboard Japan Book Hot 100 ‘Soso no Frieren (Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End)’ by Kanehito Yamada and Tsukasa Abe. Courtesy Photo. The 15th volume of the acclaimed manga Soso no Frieren (Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End), written by Kanehito Yamada and illustrated by Tsukasa Abe, has successfully defended...